Athletic Trainer-Team Ld - Athletic Trainers - Kettering - FT/Varied - Kettering Health

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Summary:

Reports the Manager of Sports Medicine, the Coordinator of Athletic Training Services or the Athletic Trainer Team Lead. In cooperation with the referral source or medical direction to provide care to individuals with athletic injuries, trauma, and disease process, including being involved with the development of injury prevention programs for athletes in the community and clinic settings. Involved with the rehabilitation process by performing a wide variety of treatment procedures consistent with athletic injury care. Responsible for keeping referring physicians updated as needed. Responsible for keeping the referring sports medicine staff member informed on the progress of the referred client and provides supporting documentation. Involved with the full spectrum of youth-adult outpatient orthopedic patients and the physically active. Interacts with patients, co-workers, and customers throughout KHN. Responsible for working in other areas in the sports medicine department.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science/Art degree. 
• Current license from the Ohio Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board 
• Current certification by the Athletic Trainers Board of Certification 
• Current certification at healthcare provider level CPR.

Skills/Other:

• Ability to communicate well
• Remains current/increases knowledge in all aspects of Athletic Training
• Knowledge and ability to use equipment
• Possesses characteristics of dependability, versatility and teamwork
• Ability to be flexible and able to adapt to change
• Ability to follow procedures and adhere to details is essential
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other personnel
• Must have 3 (three) years of professional experience
• Must meet requirements as outlined in the Clinical Ladder section.